But he said the downturn also provided an opportunity to forge a new relationship whereby Africa drives its own development agenda in partnership with the world community.

VOA: standard.2009.06.10

He was cited for his effort to promote a better relationship between the US and the Arab world and on the local level, with Chicago's Arab American community.

VOA: standard.2010.05.20

Mr.Obama said his administration, in its nine months in office, has dealt with many of the issues that created a strained relationship between the United States and the international community during the Bush administration.

VOA: standard.2009.09.23